Drug | Tablet
Levothyroxine sodium 125 mcg (as Levothyroxine) tablet
Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), congenital hypothyroidism, thyroid hormone replacement after thyroidectomy or radioiodine therapy, TSH suppression in differentiated thyroid cancer (as advised by specialist)
Levothyroxine is a synthetic form of thyroxine (T4), a natural thyroid hormone. It is converted to the active hormone triiodothyronine (T3) in tissues, which regulates metabolism, energy, growth and body temperature, thereby normalizing thyroid function and TSH levels.
Oral tablet. Take once daily on an empty stomach, preferably in the morning 30–60 minutes before breakfast with water; take at the same time each day. Avoid taking with calcium/iron/antacids or multivitamins—keep a 4-hour gap. Dose is individualized based on TSH and clinical response; do not stop or change dose without doctor advice.
Common side effects of Thyronorm 125 Tablet may include:
Not for weight loss/obesity. Overdose can cause symptoms of hyperthyroidism and serious cardiac events; seek medical help if chest pain, severe palpitations or shortness of breath occur. Use caution in heart disease (angina, arrhythmia, heart failure), hypertension, elderly, and adrenal insufficiency (should be treated before starting). Monitor TSH/FT4 periodically; dose requirements may change with pregnancy, illness or interacting medicines. In diabetics, blood glucose control may change; monitor. In long-term/high doses, risk of reduced bone mineral density (especially postmenopausal women).
